Anxiety and low mood can often make us dwell on negative experiences while minimizing the positives. Practicing gratitude helps to combat that mindset by shifting our awareness toward the positive experiences.
> Tip: Negative thoughts will always come, but acknowledging the positives will help you find balance and perspective.
# What one positive experience did you have today?
Today, I...
I went...
I had...
# How did this positive experience happen?
It happened because...
I decided...
It was...
# Why was this experience meaningful?
It was meaningful because...
I was able to...
It helped me realize...
# What can you do to have more of this positive experience?
In the future...
Next time...
I can...